Applying for an extension of the international mediation certificate 
The validity of the certificate of international mediation can be extended by 1 year upon request.
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Basic information
The adoptive parents receive a certificate of proper placement from the international placement agency (certificate of international placement).
This certificate can be used to settle official proceedings in connection with the adopted child.The certificate is valid for 2 years and ends with the court decision on the international adoption. If the procedure has not been completed within the 2 years, the certificate can be extended by 1 year on request.
Requirements
- The certificate of international mediation is only required if there is no certificate under the Hague Adoption Convention.
- Recognition of the foreign decision on the adoption must have been applied for at a family court in Germany.
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Competent Department
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Adoptionsstelle Bremen
- +49 421 361 18444
- Rembertiring 39, 28203 Bremen
- Website
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Online Services
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Online service adoption
The online service "Adoption Digital" is a digital service for citizens interested in adoption.
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Fees / Costs
Not specified
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Deadlines & processing time
What deadlines must be paid attention to?
Not specified
How long does it take to process
Not specified
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The official information in German is complete and correct. 12.11.2025